ZIP Code 40351, Kentucky
ZIP Code 40351 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 40351 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Carter County / Elliott County / Fleming County / Rowan County, Kentucky. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 22,322. The land area covers 268.19 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 22,322 | ±619 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 30.8 yrs | ±1.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 8,528 | ±345 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 9,374 | ±266 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 8,528 | ±345 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 846 | ±212 |
| Median Home Value | $167,300 | ±$14,579 |
| Median Gross Rent | $786 | ±$59 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $51,835 | ±$6,968 |
| Per Capita Income | $29,695 | ±$4,034 |
| Poverty Rate | 27.2% | ±4.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 5,267 | ±901 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5% | ±1.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 9,895 | ±553 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93.5% | ±1.7% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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COUNTY OF CARTER
GUS Population: 26,098 (2024)
ID: 165744
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: TREASURER
300 W MAIN ST, RM 220, GRAYSON KY 41143-1274
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Clearfield, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Owingsville, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Hillsboro, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Morehead, KY | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 05-12 | Morehead, KY | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 07-12 | Morehead, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Olive Hill, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Morehead, KY | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | Morehead, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Morehead, KY |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Morehead State University
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College | 1.3 mi away | University Blvd, Morehead, KY, 40351 |
6067832000
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ROWAN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.1 mi away | 175 BEACON HILL DRIVE, MOREHEAD, KY, 40351 |
(606) 784-7137
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Kentucky Welding Institute
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College Vocational | 24.0 mi away | 1828 Maysville Road, Flemingsburg, KY, 41041-8138 |
6068499353
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ROWAN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.1 mi away | 175 BEACON HILL DRIVE, MOREHEAD, KY, 40351 |
(606) 784-7137
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CARTER COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.5 mi away | 120 COMET DRIVE, OLIVE HILL, KY, 41164 |
(606) 286-8070
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ELLIOTT COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.3 mi away | 207 S. KY 7, SANDY HOOK, KY, 41171 |
(606) 738-5796
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BATH COUNTY MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 18.7 mi away | 24 WEST MAIN STREET, OWINGSVILLE, KY, 40360 |
(606) 674-2531
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BATH COUNTY MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 18.7 mi away | 24 WEST MAIN STREET, OWINGSVILLE, KY, 40360 |
(606) 674-2531
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MENIFEE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.1 mi away | 1585 MAIN STREET, FRENCHBURG, KY, 40322 |
(606) 768-2212
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MORGAN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 22.4 mi away | 151 UNIVERSITY DRIVE, WEST LIBERTY, KY, 41472 |
(606) 743-4151
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at CAVE RUN LAKE, KY US, located 8.0 miles from ZCTA5 40351. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41.3° | 24.5° | 32.9° | 3.56" | 4.3" |
| February | 45.5° | 26.5° | 36.0° | 3.56" | 3.4" |
| March | 55.1° | 33.3° | 44.2° | 4.60" | 2.0" |
| April | 67.2° | 42.4° | 54.8° | 4.69" | 0.0" |
| May | 74.8° | 52.2° | 63.5° | 5.17" | 0.0" |
| June | 82.3° | 60.5° | 71.4° | 4.81" | 0.0" |
| July | 85.5° | 64.5° | 75.0° | 5.92" | 0.0" |
| August | 84.8° | 62.7° | 73.8° | 3.87" | 0.0" |
| September | 79.2° | 56.0° | 67.6° | 3.89" | 0.0" |
| October | 68.2° | 44.5° | 56.4° | 3.41" | 0.0" |
| November | 56.0° | 34.7° | 45.3° | 3.23" | 0.2" |
| December | 45.4° | 29.0° | 37.2° | 4.08" | 2.4" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morehead city | City | 1.5 mi | — |
| Lakeview Heights city | City | 5.5 mi | — |
| Farmers CDP | CDP | 7.8 mi | — |
| Salt Lick city | City | 11.8 mi | — |
| Olive Hill city | City | 15.8 mi | — |
| Sandy Hook city | City | 18.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 40351. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.